Baking Cookies

Baking cookies is a wonderful pastime that results in even more wonderful treats. In this article, we'll show you how to bake all types of cookies, as well as test them for doneness and store them properly.

Some cookies are more delicate than others. For example, shaped cookies are a little more fancy than other cookies and use a pastry bag or cookie press. Learn more about shaped cookies on the next page.

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Cookie Recipes: Find recipes on this page that run the gamut of cookie types, from bar cookies to drop cooking and everything in between.

Decorating Cookies: While tasting cookies is surely the most fun, decorating cookies might be a close second. Find tips to help you decorate in this article.

How to Make Cookies: Who doesn't love a cookie? And since there are so many varieties of cookies available, it's easy to find a favorite -- or several favorites, for that matter. Learn how to make cookies at HowStuffWorks.

Cooking: Learn the ins and outs of some basic cooking techniques in this helpful article.